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Middle East news — September 23, 2026 - Page 7

Publications tagged with Middle East published on September 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 7 of 7.

153 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Turkey-US Relations: A Century of Dialogue and Cooperation

    Texts discuss the strong and evolving relationship between Turkey and the United States, highlighting the importance of dialogue and cooperation in addressing global issues, particularly in the Middle East. Both countries aim to strengthen their alliance and expand cooperation in various sectors, including defense, nuclear energy, and trade. The 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations was recently celebrated, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
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  3. PoliticsCorruptionResignationMiddle East

    Hungarian Prosecutors Seek Immunity Lift for PM Magyar

    Prosecutors in Hungary have requested the lifting of parliamentary immunity for Prime Minister Péter Magyar. The requests relate to several investigations, including allegations of presumed illegal benefits worth tens of millions of euros and a case related to an incident in 2024 targeting Magyar. Magyar has rejected the accusations and demanded that his immunity be lifted to allow for investigation.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Malaysia Abolishes 30% Bumiputera Equity Requirement for Private Educational Institutions

    The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Malaysia has abolished the requirement for private educational institutions to have at least 30% Bumiputera equity ownership. This decision follows discussions with the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and aims to meet the current needs of the education sector and ensure open participation. The move comes after concerns were raised about the impact of the requirement on private education institutions and tuition centers.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Chinese Woman Tourist Assaulted in Malaysia; Suspect Arrested

    A 25-year-old Chinese woman tourist was allegedly assaulted by an intruder in her room at a resort in Malaysia. The suspect, an 18-year-old man, was arrested after the incident. The assault is being investigated under Section 448 (unlawful entry) and Section 354 (attempt to outrage modesty) of the Malaysian Penal Code. The Chinese Consulate General is monitoring the case, and the Sabah Tourism Department will investigate the resort's safety measures.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Xenophobic Graffiti Attacks Red Cross Headquarters in Ferrol

    The headquarters and vehicles of Red Cross in Ferrol were vandalized with xenophobic and misogynistic graffiti, including messages such as 'Red Cross. Sluts. Endófobas', 'ONG anti-Spanish', and 'Pro-invasion'. Some graffiti also referenced the Kalergi plan, a conspiracy theory spread by the far right, and Ceuta. Ferrol en Común condemned the attacks, which they believe promote racism and xenophobia, and called for educational activities to promote tolerance and respect.
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  9. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Hacked Freeway Sign Displays Iranian Dissident Website

    A digital traffic sign on Los Angeles’ 405 Freeway was hacked to display the address of a website targeting Iranian dissidents. The sign, near Persian Square in Westwood, showed https://t.co/2zPLTB35uF, a website that described itself as part of a campaign to identify and punish people it called ‘traitors to the homeland.’ Caltrans confirmed the unauthorized message and is investigating. Iranian-born critic Emel Karsaz found her name and details on the site and reported it to the FBI.
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